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The Hightower: Fine Austin Dining not far from Folio

April 16, 2015 by

The Hightower brings fine dining to East Austin. It's located just a short trip from Folio, and it presents a menu filled with inventive, upscale fare. Visit for dinner and you'll find an array of options ranging from gnocchi with ricotta, butternut square puree, and turnip confit to fried gulf oysters served with pork rind, sriracha aioli, and sunflower sprouts. Each plate is meant to be shared, so diners typically order a few plates for the table to taste while enjoying a glass of wine, a pint of craft beer, or an expertly-made house cocktail.

On the weekends, The Hightower serves brunch from a menu full of dishes like chicken and waffles and ceviche. A daily happy hours offers deals on dishes and drinks, making it a popular time for diners to visit the restaurant.

If you'd like to visit The Hightower, the website recommends making a reservation one the phone or via email. The restaurant's closed on Mondays, but serves lunch and dinner Tuesdays through Fridays and brunch and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Hightower
1209 East 7th Street
Austin, TX 78702
thehightoweraustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-hightower-austin

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S-H Donuts: Austin Pastries near Folio

March 27, 2015 by

An unassuming Austin donut shop, S-H donuts offers donuts, kolaches, and other sweet treats to area diners in a spot not far from Folio. Donuts are the name of the game here: they're served fresh and available in varieties ranging from classic cake to chocolate covered, eclairs, honey rolls, strawberry frosted, and many more. Other pastries are on hand, too, making this a great place to pick up either a small snack for yourself or a box of treats to share at the office. A dozen is affordably priced, checking in at under $10.

S-H also offers coffee, tea, and juice so you can pick up breakfast on the go. If you visit, it may be worth trying the apple fritter, as it's quite well-regarded. Check out the S-H Donuts Facebook page to learn more about this Austin donut shop.

S-H Donuts
5313 Manor Road
Austin, TX
https://www.facebook.com/pages/S-H-Donuts/843863682314059?rf=160245893994881
http://www.yelp.com/biz/s-h-donuts-austin

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Classic Comfort Food near Folio at Austin’s Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

March 20, 2015 by

Austin's Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill boast a menu of inventive comfort food. On it you'll find sandwiches like the Pimento Cheeseburger, the Backyard Chicken with bacon, avocado, and pepper jack cheese, and the B.A.T. with bacon, arugula, and tomato. Of course, if you're craving something more hearty, Moonshine also has an array of larger platters with options like chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, meatloaf, catfish, steak, salmon, and ribs.

Can't decide what to order? An all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch starts at 9 a.m. and offers diners the chance to taste a number of different dishes. It starts at 9 a.m. and it's likely best to get there early, as Moonshine doesn't take reservations. As you might guess from the name, Moonshine also serves some creative cocktails, like a take on the Old Fashioned and a Hard Lemonade that pairs lemonade with mint and vodka.

If you'd like to learn more about this Austin eatery, visit the Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill website.

Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill
303 Red River Street
Austin, TX 78701
http://moonshinegrill.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/moonshine-patio-bar-and-grill-austin

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Daito: A New Japanese Restaurant near Folio in Austin

March 13, 2015 by

Daito's a relatively new addition to Austin's dining scene, having opened just a few months back in a spot not too far from Folio. This Japanese restaurant, however, has already earned a number of positive reviews from both diners and local publications. One of the big draws here is the menu of Udon noodles. They're house-made here, served either cold or hot. Some of the heartiest varieties feature chicken, pork, or shrimp, but you could also try the vegetarian-friendly Cha-Soba-Salad with tomatoes, asparagus, daikon, and carrots.

Sushi's prominent on the menu, too, with rolls featuring salmon, tuna, shrimp, squid, eel, egg, and pickled mackarel to delight those who love sushi. You can also order vegetable or seafood tempura, and Daito's long list of wine and sake includes many great complements to the rest of your meal.

Interested in learning more about this Japanese restaurant in Austin? Check out Daito's website to find out more.

Daito
2716 1/2 Guadalupe Street
Austin, TX 78705
http://www.restaurantdaito.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/daito-austin-2

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Chi’Lantro: An Austin Food Truck and Restaurant Just a Short Trip from Folio

February 20, 2015 by

Austin's Chi'lantro began its life as a food truck, but that truck has recently been joined by a brick-and-mortar restaurant. The truck is still operating in locations around town (click here to see a calendar of upcoming locations!), and the sit-down eatery complements the tasty food with a chic interior boasting an exposed ceiling, colorful seating, and an airy atmosphere.

The food here is a distinctive take on Korean barbecue, and the restaurant's menu includes many of the inventive dishes that made the original truck so popular. If you visit the truck, you can choose from entrees like tacos, a burger, or kimchi quesadillas. You'll pick your protein for your dish, choosing between chicken, pork bulgogi, or tofu. Chi'lantro's Kimchi Fries might be one of the most popular orders: they're topped with kimchi, cheese, sriracha, and a special sauce and they're hearty enough to enjoy as a full meal (or to share). The restaurant's menu adds Korean fried chicken wings to the mix, as well as side dishes like chips and guac and savory fried rice balls.

If you'd like to learn more about this Austin eatery before heading over from Folio, check out Chi'lantro's website!

Chi'lantro
1509 South Lamar
Austin, TX 78704
www.chilantrobbq.com
www.yelp.com/biz/chilantro-austin

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Fixe: Find Comfort Food near Folio in Austin

February 13, 2015 by

The classic Southern Sunday supper serves as the inspiration for Fixe's menu of comfort food. That much is obvious just from the list of appetizers: buttermilk biscuits, sweet tea pickles, and deviled eggs, to name just a few. An entire section of the menu is even dedicated to grits, one for veggie eaters (with kale), one for meat eaters (with beef belly), and one for fish eaters (with Texas shrimp).

When it comes to larger entrees, many customers go for the lobster and crawfish pot pie. It's precisely what it sounds like: a medley of seafood stuffed inside a flaky pastry—with the addition of pecan miso bechamel and mushrooms. Veal brisket, duck breast, and trout are also on the menu, not to mention a few Southern small plates like fried chicken with spicy honey. Pair your dinner with a craft cocktail, perhaps the popular Honey Badger whiskey cocktail.

Visit Fixe's website to find out more about this Austin restaurant not far from Folio.

Fixe
500 W. 5th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 888-9133
austinfixe.com
www.yelp.com/biz/fixe-austins-southern-house-austin

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Pinthouse Pizza Near Folio: House-Brewed Beers and Artisan Pizzas in Austin

February 6, 2015 by

Rich and bold, the Bearded Seal Dry Irish Stout is one of the crowning achievements of Pinthouse Pizza, at least according to Yelp reviewers. They cite it as one of the best house-brewed beers at Pinthouse—though most of them seem to garner acclaim. The Calma Muerta is another favorite, this one a session ale (similar to an IPA, but not as bitter) with a fruity flavor profile.

The beers both follow Director of Brewing Joe Mohrfeld's push toward hoppy beers that avoid the bitter finish. Along with a team of two brewers, Mohrfeld develops and brews a slate of beers in-house that Austin residents seem to love. In addition to his own brews, Mohrfeld also pours many other local and microbrewed beers (typically more than 40 are available). The kitchen also crafts high quality comfort food from fresh ingredients. Given its name, it should come as no surprise that Pinthouse Pizza is known for its specialty pies, but it also serves a handful of appetizers, salads, and desserts.

Check out Pinthouse Pizza's website to learn more about this pizzeria and brewpub near Folio.

Pinthouse Pizza
4729 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 436-9605
pinthousepizza.com/
www.yelp.com/biz/pinthouse-pizza-austin

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Tacodeli: Breakfast Tacos and More Near Folio in Austin

January 22, 2015 by

Of the 500-plus mostly glowing Yelp reviews for Tacodeli, nearly a hundred of them make mention of the eatery's popular breakfast tacos. You're welcome to build your own custom choice, but the creative chefs at Tacodeli have a few suggested options to try, too. Try the sirloin, egg, and cheese if you're feeling extra hungry, or opt for the taco blanco with egg whites and your choice of additional ingredients for something lighter.

No matter which item you order, you can go online to Tacodeli's interactive map and see exactly where your ingredients came from. It shows the local farms and ranches that contribute to the kitchen. Those same farms provide the fixings for popular lunch and dinner tacos, too. Yelp reviewers highly recommend the Mojo fish taco, stuffed with Texas Gulf Coast Drum filets and a garlicky sauce and topped with house-made pico de gallo and guacamole. Vegetarians also have ample options, like the Heather with refried black beans, guacamole, tomato, lettuce, and grilled queso fresco.

Check out the Tacodeli website to learn more about this Austin eatery near Folio!

Tacodeli
12001 N. Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 339-1700
www.tacodeli.com
www.yelp.com/biz/tacodeli-austin-6

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